From the Kampala office
The Verdoro journal
Stories and practical notes from Uganda: the forests, the Nile, the people and how to plan the trip.
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A photographer’s dream safari: 5 days across Uganda’s wild heart
A five-day creative safari across Murchison Falls, Kibale and Bwindi for photographers, videographers and writers, with time to watch, wait and write.
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The Mishaya gorilla family: a dynasty forged by fire in Bwindi
How the Mishaya gorilla family split from the Nshongi group in 2010, grew to twelve, fell to seven, and what a trek to see them in Rushaga is like today.
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Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s wild wonder
The falls, the Nile cruise, game drives, the communities and Budongo Forest: what Murchison Falls National Park offers, and where to stay and go next.
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Chimpanzee habituation in Kibale and Budongo
How chimpanzee habituation works in Kibale and Budongo, how it differs from an ordinary trek, and what up to four hours with the chimps is like.
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When to visit Tanzania
When to visit Tanzania for the Serengeti, the wildebeest migration and Zanzibar: what the low, high and shoulder seasons cost and offer.
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Countries with the best gorilla experiences in the world
Where to see mountain gorillas: Uganda, Rwanda and the DR Congo compared on permits, terrain, trek length and what each trek is like.
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A complete guide to trekking the Rwenzori Mountains
The Mountains of the Moon on the Uganda and Congo border: history, wildlife, gear, permits, the best months and the main Rwenzori trekking routes.
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Uganda sustainability, charity and adventure: purposeful travel
How a trip to Uganda can support wildlife, communities and charity work, from gorilla permits and Batwa visits to volunteering and rafting the Nile.
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Ugandan cultures and the experiences worth travelling for
Ugandan cultures that enrich a safari: the Batwa, the Karamojong, Buganda, food, music and festivals, and how a cultural visit supports local communities.
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Photos: Uganda Wildlife Authority and Uganda Tourism Board.